Mantalai - Chenani, Udhampur
Mantalai is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Mantali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mantalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mantalai is 005016. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.5 hectares and falls under the 182161 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mantalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mantalai
As per Census 2011, Mantalai village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 524 males and 459 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mantalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 524 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 313 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 211 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Mantalai
Mantalai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mantalai
Mantalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Mantalai is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Mantalai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mantalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mantalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mantalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mantalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mantalai
Where is Mantalai located?
Mantalai village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mantalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Mantalai is Mantali.
What is the pincode of Mantalai?
The pincode of Mantalai is 182161.
What is the population of Mantalai?
Mantalai has a total population of 983, including 524 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Mantalai?
There are 171 households in Mantalai.
What is the literacy rate in Mantalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mantalai is 51.58%. Male literacy is 59.73% and female literacy is 42.27%.